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Meet the Ashe Scholars

Lois ElfmanIbram Rogerscmaadmin (EDU)

Jun 1, 2009

Yolanda Odenyo has excelled both academically and athletically and brought a global perspective to the Oklahoma State University women’s soccer team. Kenneth Avila is a tireless leader, volunteer and scholar whose impact goes beyond the baseball field. They are the 2009 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars, honored for their academic and athletic excellence.

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